00:00Almost half of electronic tags used to monitor offenders are not fitted on time, according
00:06to a report from the Probation Inspectorate.
00:09Inspectors found that only 55% of GPS and radio tags were fitted promptly, with some
00:15delayed up to five months.
00:17They warn these delays can lead to breaches of prison orders, creating risks for victims.
00:22The report also found violations were investigated in only 46% of cases.
00:27The findings cover England and Wales, where monitoring is used for curfews, location
00:33restrictions and alcohol monitoring.
00:36The Ministry of Justice says public protection is the priority, with £100 million invested
00:42to expand tagging.
